Baker Mayfield set to land mega new NFL contract putting him towards higher earners as top teams target Buccaneers QB

BAKER Mayfield has been set for a bumper payday as he prepares to hit NFL free agency.

The former No. 1 overall pick enjoyed a superb season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2023.

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Mayfield was on a short one-year deal with the Bucs as he led them to the Divisional round of the playoffs and a 9-8 winning season.

The former Heisman Trophy winner could now be looking at a contract worth $40 million annually, per Sportskeeda’s Tony Pauline.

Mayfield signed with the Bucs in February 2023 after leaving the Los Angeles Rams, his third team in as many seasons as his career appeared to be unraveling.

But after stunning fans and analysts alike over the past season, the former bust appears to be back as a major force in the NFL.

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The report suggests the former Cleveland Browns play-caller could be in line for around a tenfold increase in his wages, up from $4 million last year to around $40 million.

Pauline adds that "$40 million a year in 2024 is the equivalent of $34 million a year ago."

Mayfield put in a stellar performance during last weekend's Pro Bowl.

He led the NFC to victory in Sunday's flag football game and was named the offensive MVP.

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The 28-year-old ended the 2023 campaign with 4,044 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and just 10 interceptions in 17 games.

Mayfield was devastated as Tampa Bay fell short against the Detroit Lions last month in the NFL playoffs.

He admitted his "heart got ripped out" following the 31-23 playoff defeat.

Mayfield also claimed his first choice would be to re-sign with Tampa Bay for 2024.

"It would mean a lot to me. I would love that", Mayfield told Sporting News.